Legends Arising recently conducted an interview with Singapore’s OVERTHROWN.
Can you introduce yourself and your band?
Hi! Iโm Jai, and I play guitar for Singapore hardcore band Overthrown. Iโm also the founder of Reconstrux Booking.How did you get introduced to hardcore in Asia?
I believe hardcore in Asia was founded in Singapore, because the first hardcore punk band formed here in 1988: Stompinโ Ground. I first got to know more local hardcore bands via the Lion City Hardcore compilation CD in the early 90โฒs, which was passed to me by my schoolmate when I was 13. I believe that CD has somehow influenced a lot of kids around the Asian region. I clearly remember falling in love with the music the first time after hearing it, and it got me more interested after reading the lyrics. From there I started going to shows with my skate friends, and also slowly learned more about American hardcore from the songs covered by local pioneer bands back then.
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Also, make sure to check out our interview with the band at this location.
